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Edwin vs Hiram

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edwin

Boy #383 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rich friend, prosperous friend"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#383
Total SSA Count
850
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hiram

Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,768
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Edwin Rank #383
Hiram Rank #1,768

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edwin or Hiram more popular?

Edwin is more popular, ranked #383 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Edwin and Hiram mean?

Edwin means "rich friend, prosperous friend" (Old English origin). Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edwin and Hiram boy or girl names?

Edwin is primarily a boy name. Hiram is primarily a boy name.

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